"Westly, Westly, Westly, Westly, Westly,--darling Westly, adored Westly, sweet perfect Westly, whisper that I have a chance to win your love." And with that, she dared the bravest thing she'd ever done: she looked right into his eyes. He closed the door in her face."

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Source: William Goldman (2013). “The Princess Bride”, p.17, A&C Black

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William Goldman

Screenwriter, Novelist

William Goldman was a celebrated American author and screenwriter known for his sharp wit and impactful works like 'The Princess Bride' and 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid'.

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